Amritsar Expeditions: Historical Heritage Walk
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Amritsar
Explore Amritsar's rich history: Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, Partition Museum, and Wagah Border. Experience culture, heritage, and patriotism in one tour.
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Golden Temple - The Golden Temple, also known as Sri Harmandir Sahib, is a sacred Sikh shrine located in Amritsar, Punjab, India. It is one of the most revered and iconic religious sites for Sikhs around the world. Visitors, including travelers and pilgrims, have a unique and spiritually enriching experience when they visit the Golden Temple. Here are some things that travelers typically do and see at the Golden Temple:

Spiritual Worship and Prayer: The primary purpose of the Golden Temple is for spiritual worship and prayer. Visitors can participate in the religious ceremonies and prayers held at the temple. The atmosphere is serene and filled with devotion.

Langar (Community Kitchen): The Golden Temple is known for its langar, a community kitchen that serves free meals to all visitors, regardless of their background or religion. Travelers can partake in this communal dining experience, emphasizing equality and community service.

  • Jallianwala Bagh - Jallianwala Bagh is a historic public garden in Amritsar, Punjab, India, and it is primarily known for the infamous Jallianwala Bagh massacre that occurred on April 13, 1919, during the British colonial era. Travelers visiting Jallianwala Bagh often engage in various activities and see significant historical landmarks:

Memorial and Martyrs’ Well: The central point of attraction in Jallianwala Bagh is the memorial built to commemorate the victims of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. The site includes a well, known as the Martyrs’ Well, into which many people jumped to escape the firing during the tragic incident.

Bullet Marks: Travelers can observe the preserved bullet marks on the walls surrounding the garden, a haunting reminder of the brutality of the massacre. These marks serve as a poignant testament to the sacrifices made by those who were present on that fateful day

  • The Partition Museum - Exhibits and Artifacts: The museum houses a collection of exhibits, artifacts, photographs, and documents related to the partition. Visitors can explore the displays that chronicle the political developments, migration, and the human impact of the partition on individuals and communities.

Personal Stories and Oral Histories: One of the museum’s significant features is the inclusion of personal stories and oral histories. Visitors can listen to recorded interviews and testimonials from survivors, witnesses, and those affected by the partition, providing a deeply human perspective on the historical events.

Archives and Research: The museum serves as a resource for researchers and scholars interested in studying the partition. It houses archives that document the historical context, political decisions, and aftermath of the partition, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of this period.

  • Attari - Wagah Border - Wagah Border Ceremony: The main attraction at Wagah is the daily border ceremony known as the “Beating Retreat” or the “Wagah Border Ceremony.” This ceremonial event takes place every evening before sunset and involves the lowering of the national flags of both India and Pakistan with great military precision. The ceremony is marked by synchronized drills, aggressive posturing, and enthusiastic cheering from the crowds on both sides.

Patriotic Atmosphere: The Wagah Border Ceremony is a highly patriotic and spirited event. Visitors can experience the fervor as the Border Security Force (BSF) personnel from India and the Pakistan Rangers engage in choreographed maneuvers, marches, and the closing of the gates with a final handshake.

Crowd Participation: The atmosphere is festive, with a large audience on both the Indian and Pakistani sides. Visitors often join in the cheering, chanting patriotic slogans, and waving flags. The energy of the crowd adds to the overall experience.

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • English Speaking Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
  • Partition Museum fee is 10 rupees for Indian Passport Holders and 250 rupees for international ones.
Additional Information

The Guide and the Driver in a Taxi will arrive at the hotel lobby to pick you and will start the tour by driving you to Golden Temple car park. After reaching, there is a small amount walking to reach to the jallianwala bagh massacre site. In the site, it will take about 1 hour to see the martyrs well and wall of bullet marks.

Golden Temple is next to the Jaliianwala bagh site after walking in the narrow markets near by. In the Golden Temple, the most happening area is the kitchen area where nearly 500 volunteers work together for making the meal for over 50000 devotees.

Partition Museum is the next in the list where we pay entrance fee and witness the Partition Stories. 2 hours are must in the museum.

Wagha Border Amritsar is one of the most attractive destination of Amritsar which is situated at the Attari Border of Amritsar. Here India and Pakistan soldiers demonstrate a remarkable show of patriotism by parade and lowering the flag from both sides.

Location
Golden Temple
Golden Temple Road, Atta Mandi, Katra Ahluwalia
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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N7579viharryp
Apr 18, 2024
Great experience with amazing guide and driver - la zia our you guide was excellent. She was polite and kind. She gave us very good knowledge and tips to make our trip enjoyable and her knowledge about history of city was impressive.
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Marryl522
Apr 18, 2024
must visit this company - i have had a great visit in Amritsar with guide lazia. Warm hospitality and very nice guidance.Highly recommended this tour.
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Anessae2016
Mar 13, 2024
Amritsar Exploration - The tour company put together a custom tour for me as a solo woman traveler. The tour included Golden temple, heritage Street, jallianwala bagh, and wagah border. Shabazz was my tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and provided through information about the sites visited. It was a pleasant experience. I was well taken care of.
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Nigel
Mar 12, 2024
Great Amritsar guide. - Lazia was a great guide. Her English is excellent and she is very knowledgable and personable. The Golden Temple was amazing; such a wonderful community feeling. Our visit to a farming family in a local village was a lot of fun and far better than I had expected. Finally, the visit to the Wagah border crossing was quite a spectacle; not to be missed. A great few days.
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Johnwz5314rg
Mar 10, 2024
A great visit - Our Amritsar Golden Temple and Wagha Border tour was amazing. We had a wonderful time at the kitchen of the golden temple where they serve almost 60-70 thousand people a day and all with the help of volunteers. I have personally never experienced such amazing place in my life. Our tour guide Lazia she is knowledgeable and experienced tour guide in Amritsar highly recommended!!
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